The BJP's 8th list of candidates for the Lok Sabha elections brings significant changes, notably with the selection of candidates in Punjab. The party has made strategic decisions by fielding former diplomat Taranjit Sandhu from the Amritsar seat and relocating the incumbent MP from Delhi, Hans Raj Hans, to Punjab's Faridkot constituency. Additionally, the decision to drop veteran actor Sunny Deol from Gurdaspur marks a notable shift in the party's electoral strategy.
The inclusion of former Congress leaders Preneet Kaur and Ravneet Singh Bittu in the BJP's lineup adds further intrigue to the political landscape in Punjab. Kaur, the wife of former Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, will contest from her traditional stronghold of Patiala, while Bittu will vie for the Ludhiana seat.
These developments highlight the BJP's efforts to consolidate its position in Punjab and field candidates with strong electoral appeal and regional influence. With the Lok Sabha elections drawing closer, the political dynamics in Punjab are poised for significant shifts, and the BJP's candidate selection reflects its strategic approach in the state.
